By Bike

Velib' is the biggest bike-sharing in the world run by the City Hall of Paris. With over 20,000 bikes covering the city, available 24/7 all year long in 1,800 bike stations located every 300 meters, Vélib offers you an alternative way to move around in Paris.

Guides

Stay

In a Hostel

This hostel is located in central Paris, 100 metres from Gare du Nord Metro and SNCF Train station and less than a 20-minute walk from Montmartre. A continental breakfast is served every morning, and the hostel can help organise a range of excursions and activities.

On an Budget

Hotel Cambrai is located a 5-minute walk from Gare du Nord Train station and 15 minutes from the Basilique du Sacré-Cœur. Each room has simple décor and is equipped with a private bathroom either with shower or bathtub

In a Resort

Bed & Breakfast

Bed & Breakfast La Clepsydre welcomes you in a beautiful house with a peaceful garden. The double rooms and suites are equipped with an en suite bathroom and Wi-Fi Internet access. Paris is only 15 minutes away by public transport.

Set in central Paris just a 7-minute walk away from Bastille, La Maison de Léa offers contemporary B&B accommodations. Guests access the rooms via a private entrance and can enjoy free Wi-Fi in the rooms.

Only the best

Le Meurice is a hotel palace located in central Paris. It offers a 3-star Michelin restaurant as well as a spa and a fitness centre. Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysées are a 5-minute walk away, the Louvre Museum is just 600 metres from the hotel.

See & Do

Main Sights

Without question the Eiffel Tower is the most prominent symbol of both Paris and France. Save time by buying your tickets online: this will avoid you having to queue at the ticket offices which are located at the feet of the pillars of the Eiffel Tower.

Boat Tours

Batobus takes you to the heart of Paris, to reach the various quarters of the capital. With 8 stops on the route, Batobus shows you a different view of Paris and is an original way of getting about in Paris. You can hop-on or hop-off whenever you like.

Shopping

Main Streets

The Avenue des Champs-Élysées is one of the most famous - and expensive - streets in the world. Several French monuments are also on the street, including the Arc de Triomphe and the Place de la Concorde.

Shopping Centers

The Forum des Halles is an underground shopping center located on the same spot as the famous 'Les Halles', which were demolished in the early 70s. There's also a nice supervised playground for the kids.